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Santa Claus Parade

Santa and Mrs. Claus riding on a sleigh

Join us as we celebrate the most wonderful time of the year! The Santa Claus Parade will feature holiday themed floats, marching bands, inflatables, a visit from Mr. and Mrs. Claus and more. This year's parade theme is Santa's Workshop. 

The event takes place Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025 | 6 p.m. 

Downtown Woodstock has many many shops, boutiques and restaurants for you to also enjoy! 

Please consider bringing a non-perishable food item if you're able. Volunteers will be collecting food donations along the parade route. 

Parade Floats / Walking Groups / Band / Shriner Application

FLOAT / WALKING GROUP APPLICATION 

BAND/SHRINER APPLICATION 

Volunteer Opportunities

Our events bring together thousands of people of all ages each year and would not be possible without the help of partners, sponsors and community volunteers. As a volunteer you will have fun, meet new friends, earn community volunteer hours and make an impact on our community. Volunteer for a single event, or choose the events you would like to volunteer for based on your interests and availability.

Apply to be a Volunteer

Parade Route 

Plan ahead to get the best seats along the route! Also, free parking is available at many of the large parking lots along the parade route.  

 Parade Route 

Departing from the Woodstock Fairgrounds, 875 Nellis St., at 6 p.m., the parade will make its way along Dundas Street turning right onto Light Street to end in Victoria Park, 413 Buller St.

No parking signs will be displayed along the parade route. Vehicles will be towed, as required.

As of 5 p.m., road closures and detours will be in effect along the parade route. Police and City of Woodstock staff will be controlling traffic. Please be cautious and listen to their instruction.